2010 Audi A8 4.1L Diesel · N5 PEK

This 2010 Audi A8 passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 95,614 miles, but the history reveals a persistent and worsening pattern of wear across brakes and tyres that demands careful inspection before purchase. The brake system shows the clearest concern. Front brake discs have been flagged as worn, pitted, or scored at every MOT since September 2023, and a nearside rear brake hose was found excessively damaged during the September 2024 failure. Although the discs have not yet reached the point of serious weakening, the consistency of this finding over two years suggests the brakes are being worked hard or have not been properly serviced. The hose damage in particular indicates potential neglect or corrosion issues in the brake lines, which can develop into safety failures. Tyre condition has also been consistently poor. Both front and rear tyres have shown signs of cracking or perishing at every inspection since 2023, with the rear tyres flagged at all four MOT records. This pattern is unusual for a vehicle with relatively low mileage and suggests the tyres have been standing for extended periods, exposed to UV and weather, rather than being worn down through normal driving. Perished tyres lose grip and can fail suddenly, making this a genuine safety risk. The vehicle's mileage of 95,614 miles over 16 years works out to roughly 6,000 miles per year, which is well below average.